What are some myths about QWERTY typewriter?

One common myth about the QWERTY typewriter layout is that it was designed to slow down typing speed to prevent jamming in early machines. In reality, it was created to facilitate typing by placing frequently used letter pairings apart from each other. Another myth is that the layout is the most efficient arrangement for typing; alternative layouts like Dvorak claim to offer improved speed and comfort, but QWERTY remains dominant due to familiarity and inertia. Finally, some believe that QWERTY was the best design from the start, overlooking the fact that it was a compromise made for mechanical reasons rather than optimal efficiency.